Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic G100
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Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic G100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 445g - 135 x 94 x 44mm
- Revealed June 2021
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 3840 x 1920 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 352g - 116 x 83 x 54mm
- Announced June 2020
Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic G100 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic G100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Z fc (21MP) and the G100 (20MP) is relatively similar but the Z fc (APS-C) and G100 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor sizing.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Z fc was brought out 13 months after the G100 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Z fc scores versus the G100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic G100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z fc & Panasonic Lumix DC-G100. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Z fc Gallery & Panasonic G100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Panasonic G100
Z fc | G100 | |||
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Announced | June 2021 | June 2020 | Newer by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G100 over the Nikon Z fc
G100 | Z fc | |||
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Screen resolution | 1840k | 1040k | Sharper screen (+800k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon Z fc and Panasonic G100
Z fc | G100 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic G100 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z fc provides external measurements of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Panasonic G100 has dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") having a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs).
Check out the Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic G100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the Z fc versus the G100.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the Z fc and G100 is 79 and 81 respectively.
Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic G100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading specifications. The image below will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z fc and G100.
Plainly, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Z fc featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon Z fc will deliver greater detail having its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger Z fc provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic G100 Specifications
Nikon Z fc | Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Z fc | Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2021-06-28 | 2020-06-24 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 209 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 21 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,840 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 3,680 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/500 seconds |
Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.60 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye redduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 1920 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC3840 x 1920 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC3840 x 1920 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x1920 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445g (0.98 lb) | 352g (0.78 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") | 116 x 83 x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | 270 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL25 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $949 | $698 |